HOW TO ACHEIVE THE STRAIGHT LOOK

If you're one that's addicted to the heat OR likes to switch up from time to time OR simply looking for a new hair style, check out how Shara achieved this very simple look:

• WASH AND CONDITION AS YOU NORMALLY WOULD
• BLOW DRY AND FLAT IRON WITH A PRESSING OIL OR HEAT PROTECTOR (Dudley's pressing oil used, highly recommended)
• THIS IS A "HARD" PRESS AS OPPOSED TO A SOFT PRESS

**DISCLAIMER: NO PERM NECESSARY!!!***

GODDESS BRAID

Although the rumors regarding Will and Jada Smith were false, one thing's for certain, Jada's hair was definitely gorgeous in this pic. Find out how you can style your hair is this wonder Goddess braid or a similar style.

RIHANNA- OUT WITH THE OLD IN WITH THE NEW

Rihanna was spotted in London this weekend rocking her new hair color and style.
Alot of people did not seem to like the red on her but I <3'd it. It was different and fun for the summer. Not everyone can pull it off. She's edgy and different so she has no problem doing things "out the box"  when it comes to hair and fashion.

BROOKLYN MUSEUM- NATURAL HAIR TAKE-OVER

When asked "What do you love about your natural hair the most?" a group of pre-teens began to shout out from every which way "IT'S NATURAL! IT HAS NO CHEMICALS! IT'S BEAUTIFUL! IT STANDS OUT! IT'S MY OWN NATURAL TEXTURE! IT'S WHO I AM!" That was the hi-lite of my night. I arrived at The Brooklyn Museum a little too late to go inside so we decided to walk around on the outside and enjoy the atmosphere. As soon as I began walking I started noticing all of the natural hair out there. There were literally more naturals than not. So I decided to capture some of these creative hair styles from men, women, and children to share with you. I was so amazed at the creativity I saw...from twist outs, to brush cuts, to TWAs (teeny weeny afros), to dreadlocks ALL lengths (including thigh length), to WnGs (wash and gos), to mohawks, to braids, and not to mention different colors. These people just seem to be so care free to me and definitely have a style of there own. We shared blog sites, websites, product information, and more. I had a great time and look forward to attending this event again soon in the near future.

So for those of you that's visiting the blog from the event, thanks for participating. If your picture is posted below, I REALLY LOVED your hair. As I already mentioned, my young group of girls were my favorite. They have so much character already so I know they will follow a path of their own and no one else's. Hope you enjoy the pics as much as I do.

FYI, because it was dark outside some of the hairstyles didn't show up....sorry....

MY MAKEOVER STORY

From the time I walked in the studio I thought I was about to do a fashion show....Back drops being set up, makeup being laid out, spot lights being put in place, wardrobe was being pushed to one side, and upbeat music being played in the background (Michael Jackson, Katy Perry, and Beyonce is what I remember hearing...People are dropping in one by one to add another piece to their chance at their big break.

So, my purpose of being there was a little different. I was there to get my hair done and as a extra bonus a photo shoot was thrown in. My quick weave was done by a stylist that works out of NYC name Shaquana. she made my quick weave into a wig. This process was done by braiding my hair in 3 cornrows, covering my hair with a plastic shower cap, applying a stocking cap over that, and then start the bonding process. After the bonding process was complete, Shaquana took the whole thing off my hair, peeled the shower cap off of the stocking cap, and put the cap back on my head.... It was then cut up and styled into a few hair styles to have a variety of looks in the photo shoot.  The hair that I used was the Remy Cuticle QX... This hair will be put to the test and I will keep you posted on the pros and cons.

My makeup was then done by make up artist Antonia Pettiford. She did an EXCELLENT job on every one's makeup and I sat and watched her makeup a 5 year old white girl to a middle age dark skin black woman and everything in between (guys included). She takes her job very serious and has fun doing it.

I'll post pictures of the photo shoot when I get the professional pics but here are 2 pics...1 of the hair after it was put in and one with hair and makeup.

THE MANY FACES OF WOMEN OF NATURAL BEAUTY

Check out what we're doing on our side of town.....My girls are getting creative with their hair all while being natural....Submit your picture and be an inspiration to someone else.

AFROS

Definitions of afro:

1.

n., pl., -ros.
A rounded, thick, tightly curled hair style.

A hair style characterized by a tightly curled locks and a rounded shape

any large hair style.

–adjective

1.

of or pertaining to Afro-Americans or to black traditions, culture, etc.: Afro societies; Afro hair styles.

–noun

2.

a hair style originating with black persons, in which the hair is allowed to grow naturally and to acquire a bushy appearance.

Afros have been around for decades. Back in the day, afros came with instructions. It seemed like you had to do so much to get them perfect. Depending on your hair type, some would have to pick them out and stand in the shower so the steam can 'form' it...some can simply just pick them into place....others had to braid the hair first to set it then unbraided and comb...the list goes on and one...The biggest thing that stood out that I heard my family talk about was THE BIGGER THE BETTER. If you had the biggest afro, you were the man (or girl)

The thing I love about the modern day afros  is there are NO instructions....It is what it is...It does not have to be perfect....You can wake up, shake your head and go....wash and go, untwist and go, finger comb and go, ect....It seems like the objective is for you hair to look a mess. The messier the better....Actually, picking/ combing/manipulating the hair messes the look up, which is the complete opposite from back in the day. It doesn't matter how big or small, afros are on fire right now.

MICHAEL JACKSON 70's LOOK

OLD SCHOOL AFRO

OLD SCHOOL AND TODAY'S AFRO

MODERN CURLY AFRO

MODERN AFRO

WHAT IN THE WORLD???LOL

NEW ERA AFRO

HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH!!!

LATA, CHAN/PJ1